Tyson Energy Solutions Before & After Photos
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The homeowner reached out to Tyson Energy Solutions because he had a new home built and wanted us to insulate his attic. When we began, the attic had no insulation, which is not up to code and would also result in a very uncomfortable home; very hot during the summer and cold during the winter.
We increased the level of insulation in the attic by blowing in premium, Johns Manville fiberglass insulation to a height of 14 inches. This provided the Energy Star recommended R38 level of insulation. We also sealed holes and gaps in the attic to prevent air leakage between the attic and the living spaces of the home.
As a result, the homeowner will now experience lower heating and cooling costs and a more comfortable home for the life of the house.
Tyson had performed an attic restoration at Henry’s home in Fresno and he was so happy with the work we did, he decided to have us do an attic restoration at his mother’s house in Kerman too. We went out and inspected her attic and found that she only had about 7 inches of insulation present, with dozens of air leakage points. The ducts in her attic were also broken and disintegrating, allowing contaminated air to enter her home through her HVAC system. Henry wanted his mother to enjoy a more comfortable temperature in her home while also reducing her heating and cooling costs.
These are the steps we took to execute the attic restoration in the home:
- we vacuumed out the old insulation and removed the debris from the attic
- we cleaned and sanitized the attic using DSV sanitizer to eliminate irritants, contaminants, and odors
- we air-sealed the attic floor to eliminate air leakage points. This included top plates, recessed lights, registers, and plumbing and wiring penetrations.
- we installed rodent-proof barriers at potential entry points to prevent rodents and other pests from entering the attic.
- we blew in premium fiberglass insulation to an R38 level, bringing the attic to the Energy Star-recommended level for our climate here in the Fresno area.
- we replaced the broken, disintegrating ducts with new, R6 flex ducts.
As a result of the comprehensive work we did for Henry’s mother, she will enjoy the following benefits for as long as she lives in the home:
- a cool, comfortable home during summer and a warm, cozy home during winter
- reduced heating and cooling costs by up to 50%
- better indoor air quality
- high resale value of her home should she ever decide to sell it
We’ve provided our customer with a powerful insulation upgrade featuring R-38 insulation and a radiant barrier on the roof deck. This winning combination ensures optimal thermal efficiency, resulting in significant energy savings and a consistently comfortable home. Enjoy lower energy bills and year-round comfort with this innovative upgrade!
The homeowner contacted Tyson Energy Solutions because his home was sweltering in the summer, particularly the upstairs. When we inspected his attic, we found that he had old batting insulation, which is not the most efficient for protecting a home from the harsh temperatures of the attic. Because the attic heat was so extreme, we recommended an insulation upgrade and the addition of an an electric gable attic fan to mitigate the heat.
We began by blowing in premium, fiberglass insulation to a height of 17 inches, bringing him up to the Energy Star-recommended level. We also air-sealed visible air leakage points using closed-cell foam. This serves to help in protecting the home from air coming from the hot attic. Lastly, we installed the QuietCool Electric Gable Fan and paired it to the homeowner’s phone.
In the few hours we were at his home, the homeowner expressed that he could already tell the difference in how frequently his air conditioner was having to turn on and the temperature difference upstairs. He and his family will be able to enjoy more comfortable temperatures, reduced heating and cooling costs, and a more efficient HVAC system for as long as they live in that home.
Donald contacted us looking for a solution to his high cooling costs and a home that felt hot and stuffy. Although his home was built in 2005, when we inspected his attic, we found that Donald’s attic had only about 5 inches of insulation present and was bare in many spots. In addition, another company had installed a gable fan for him but had not properly blocked off the gable vent, rendering the fan useless. We determined that an insulation upgrade and blocking off the vent around the gable fan would best help Donald achieve his goals of reducing his cooling costs and making his home more comfortable.
We began by blocking off the gable vent around the fan, ensuring it could properly ventilate the attic’s heat. We then air-sealed visible leakage points with closed-cell foam, helping to mitigate the air flow between the attic and the living spaces of the home. Lastly, we blew in premium, fiberglass insulation to an R38 level, bringing the attic to the Energy Star-recommended level.
As a result of the work we performed, Donald and his family will enjoy a cool, comfortable home during the summer, a warmer home in winter, and reduced heating and cooling costs by up to 30% for as long as they live in the home.